Pumps & Valves recap 2026

THANK YOU

What an energizing two days at Maintenance Dortmund!

Pumps & Valves brought together maintenance professionals, plant operators, and reliability engineers for two days of open, practical conversations, exactly the kind of environment where Lagersmit feels at home. Our booth 7628 was busy from start to finish, with visitors sharing real-world challenges and exploring how the Liquidyne® sealing system can help them reduce downtime and total cost of ownership.

A sincere thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and shared their experiences. These conversations are what make events like this worthwhile.

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SEAL RELIABILITY TOPS THE AGENDA

Frequent seal replacements and unexpected leakages remain a primary pain point for pump operators across industries. The Liquidyne® system's predictable lifespan and condition monitoring function resonated strongly with visitors.

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE DRIVES DECISIONS

Water-lubricated sealing is gaining traction as plant operators seek alternatives to oil- or grease-based systems that carry contamination risks. Liquidyne®'s oil-free design addresses this directly.

TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP OVER PURCHASE PRICE

Visitors were keen to understand lifecycle costs. The combination of reduced maintenance effort, longer seal lifetime, and minimised downtime made a compelling case beyond the initial investment.

FULL-SYSTEM APPROACH GAINS INTEREST

The collaboration with Des-Case sparked conversations about addressing contamination and sealing in one integrated strategy — rather than treating them as separate challenges.

FEATURED PRODUCT

ABOUT THE LIQUIDYNE®

The Liquidyne® is Lagersmit's sealing solution for industrial pumps and rotating equipment, a reliable alternative to both stuffing box seals and mechanical seals. Its water-lubricated design eliminates the need for oil or grease, protecting the environment while reducing friction on the shaft and saving energy.

Originally developed in 1983 for dredge pumps operating under harsh conditions with high sand content and vibrations, the Liquidyne® has since proven its value in industrial pumps, cooling water pumps, sumps, and lock systems. A built-in condition monitoring function gives operators clear insight into seal status, enabling planned maintenance instead of reactive repairs.